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November 1, 1998 Service bulletin

Some vehicles (3.0L 4 valve only) may exhibit a catalytic converter buzz or rattle condition on a cold...

Ford technical service bulletin 985083 for 1996-1999 Ford Taurus and 1996-1999 Mercury Sable.

Bulletin number
985083
Component
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: catalytic convertor
Summary
Some vehicles (3.0l 4 valve only) may exhibit a catalytic converter buzz or rattle condition on a cold start or during a low RPM steady speed. Tt

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